WHEREAS, the State of Nevada is home to more than 8,900 specially trained and licensed amateur radio operators, who by virtue of their service in providing emergency communications, disaster relief and support of public events, have demonstrated their value to the welfare of the citizens of Nevada; and

WHEREAS, these amateur radio operators provide such service, equipment and expertise, without compensation, solely in the interest, and to the benefit of the citizens of the State of Nevada and the world; and

WHEREAS, for more than a hundred years, amateur radio operators have shown their dedication to emergency preparedness, disaster response, community support and technical exploration; and

WHEREAS, Nevada’s amateur radio operators continue in their commitment to promote and encourage young people in the pursuit of educational and career opportunities in the fields of science, engineering and technology; and

WHEREAS, the State of Nevada extends appreciation for the licensed amateur radio operators and the role they play in the safety and security of the Silver State and in the promotion of education;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BRIAN SANDOVAL, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim June 2018 as

Amateur Radio Month in Nevada

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of Nevada to be affixed at the State Capitol in Carson City, this 30th day of April, 2018.